Organization: Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Tianjin Hospital
Title: World Hearing Day 2026 The Tianjin Hospital Otorhinolaryngology Team brings free clinic services to the community
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World Hearing Day 2026: The Tianjin Hospital Otorhinolaryngology Team brings free clinic services to the community
Description:
1. Published educational articles online beforehand. The team shared ear health tips via the hospital and community channels, covering daily hearing protection, early signs of hearing loss in the elderly, and safety advice for children.
2. Conducted a multi-disciplinary free clinic in a community. They brought medical services directly to residents to mark National Ear Care Day.
3. Held an educational lecture. Director Ren Haitang spoke to elderly residents about age-related hearing loss, emphasizing that early intervention (like using hearing aids) can greatly improve quality of life.
4.Provided individual consultations. The team answered questions face-to-face on issues like tinnitus, vertigo, and ear care.
5. Distributed health education materials. Pamphlets were given out to reinforce the information shared during the event.
6. Offered free basic physical examinations.These basic health screenings were provided to over 100 residents.
Primary site: WPR – China
Region: WPR
Impactful Story:
At the free clinic, Director Ren Haitang’s table was immediately surrounded. A grandmother asked, “My grandson sleeps with earphones, will it harm his hearing?” Another resident described a constant ringing in their ears. Using simple language and models, Dr. Ren explained safe headphone use with the “60-60 rule” and addressed various concerns. An elderly couple left relieved after learning about hearing aid options, highlighting the event’s warm, personal impact.
General Photos
Group photo of the medical staff participating in the free m
Experts conducted an ear examination for the elderly in the
Experts held a public health lecture on proper ear usage in
Types of Engagement:
Live event: Yes
Screening: Yes
Traditional media: No
Social media: Yes
Special needs populations: persons with disabilities (including hearing loss), children and adolescents, older adults
Met with individual policymaker: No
Participation of policy makers: No
Participation of influencers: No
WHO technical tool used: No
WHO educational and social media used: Yes